Four Things to Declutter While in Quarantine
August 31, 2020There will always be areas in our homes that need decluttering from time to time and it’s a chore that needs to be done on a regular basis. Decluttering while in quarentine is a great way to keep yourself busy and get your house super organized. While we’re spending more time in our homes with our families, it’s important that the home is clean and organized to help keep our stress levels down. You can break these down into smaller projects so that you don’t get overwhelmed. I’m going to show you four areas that are quick and easy…
Five Fall Drinks to Make You Feel Toasty and Warm
Soon the temperatures will begin dropping, the leaves will change color and begin falling and the air will feel crisp. Well, at least for my Northern Hemisphere friends. Fall will be in the air and thoughts will…
A Look at Winter on the Farm
Winter on our farm is a beautiful time. Especially with all the wonderful rain we’ve received after three long years of drought. The farm is bursting with life and thick, green crops are filling the farming paddocks. …
Cozy Winter Table for Two
If you know me, then you know how much I love things to be warm and cozy. Winter is my favorite time of year, after fall of course. I love making my home snug and comfortable for…
My Favorite Winter Comfort Foods
I know my friends in the Northern Hemisphere are still enjoying warm temperatures and sunny days. Here in Australia, we’re slap dab in the middle of winter and we’ve had some pretty cold days and nights. Needless…
Three Essentials for Creating a Cozy Home
I think it’s a goal of most everyone to make their home a cozy and relaxing space for family and friends. Our home is our refuge and it’s lovely when it has a comfortable atmosphere that’s conducive…
Three Ways to Use a Cake Stand That Don’t Involve Cake
Cake stands aren’t just for cake anymore. They’ve become a favorite styling tool and can be used much the same way tiered and flat trays are. They are fantastic for several reasons; they give your decor pieces…
Welcome to My Fall/Winter Home Tour
Fall is my very favorite season. Luckily for me Christmas doesn’t come in between fall and winter here in Australia, which means I don’t have to change out my fall decor after only having it up for…
Three Ways to Style an Antique Meat Safe
Meat safes were used in Australia and elsewhere before the invention of ice boxes and refrigerators. They kept food (not just meat, but any perishables) clean, cool and safe from flies. After a little investigation on Google…
My Favorite Fall Vignettes
Of all the different styling tools associated with home decor, I’d have to say vignettes are my very favorite. Add to the fact that fall is my favorite season and you can see why styling fall vignettes…
Sowing Our Winter Crops Here on the Farm
Being a farmer, no matter what country you live in, requires faith, hard work and resilience. If you saw one of my first ever blog posts back in 2018 What Drought Looks Like on Our Farm you…